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1. Oak Bistro
4.8
Exceptional(263)
Price: Expensive
• American • Cambridge
Booked 22 times today
Step into Oak Bistro, the freshest addition to Inman Square, Cambridge, MA. Uncover American cuisine with a modern spin, influenced by global flavors. Our cozy setting welcomes young professionals, students, and families for an unforgettable culinary experience. Led by a chef-driven vision, we infuse diverse cultural influences, meticulous attention, and adaptability into crafting innovative and delectable dishes. Come share in the creation of enduring memories while supporting our vibrant local community.
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2. Oyster Bar by Puritan & Co.
4.9
Exceptional(98)
Price: Expensive
• Oyster Bar • Cambridge
Booked 10 times today
Chef Will Gilson and the team behind Puritan & Company are thrilled to introduce you to Puritan Oyster Bar! We offer limited reservations, but always hold space for walk-ins! The space is a bit more casual than our sister restaurant, with a focus on fresh seafood and an incredible cocktail program.
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3. Olé
4.1
Excellent(992)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Cambridge
Booked 2 times today
We are very excited to present Olé's renovated space and updated bar menus to the neighborhood. Olé has been in Inman Sq for 15 years, bringing traditional as well as innovative Mexican cuisine to Cambridge. Our 6 seat bar served us well over the years, but we always wanted a little more. Now we have it!Please join us in our new space name with new cocktails, wines and new bar dishes.More about the Restaurant: In eclectic Inman Sq. lies a distinctive restaurant - Olé, where Chef David Tapia creates authentic Mexican delicacies from Veracruz, Oaxaca, amongst others. Popular for table side-award winning Guacamole it's the perfect destination for an outstanding evening.
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4. Faccia a Faccia
4.6
Exceptional(98)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Back Bay
Booked 56 times today
Faccia a Faccia is the new coastal Italian restaurant from award-winning chef and restaurateur Ken Oringer. Led by Chef de Cuisine Alex O’Connor, the restaurant focuses on seasonal dishes highlighting the diverse cuisine of the coastal Italian region, drawing inspiration from their travels across Liguria, Sicily, Sardinia, and more. Faccia a Faccia features an expansive outdoor patio with lush greenery, inspired by al-fresco dining in Italy. Located below Faccia a Faccia is a natural wine bar called Bar Pallino. Helmed by Beverage Director Jodie Battles, Bar Pallino showcases an extensive list focusing on organic, natural and biodynamic selections.
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5. Coppa
4.8
Exceptional(1210)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • South End
Booked 38 times today
A neighborhood favorite known for its cozy atmosphere and inventive Italian small plates, Coppa is an intimate enoteca tucked away on a quiet street in Boston's South End. At Coppa, Chef Ken Oringer's innovative touch shines through in every dish, offering a delightful fusion of traditional Italian flavors with a modern twist. As a James Beard Award-winning chef, Chef Oringer's expertise is evident in the carefully curated seasonal menu that showcases the best of local and regional ingredients.Our beverage menu changes continuously. From seasonal craft beers to expertly crafted cocktails, each sip perfectly complements the culinary creations. Wine enthusiasts will delight in Coppa's dedication to featuring small producer, natural, and minimal intervention wines, providing a unique and diverse selection that elevates the dining experience.
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6. Banners Kitchen & Tap
4.3
Awesome(544)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown Crossing
Booked 66 times today
Restaurant & sports bar serving American fare in a contemporary, multilevel space.Named for the iconic championship team banners raised into the rafters throughout history, Banners Kitchen & Tap is located in the thick of Boston sports, on the former site of the Boston Garden, adjacent to the TD Garden and North Station at The Hub on Causeway.Banners Kitchen & Tap is an immersive restaurant and bar featuring upscale tavern cuisine as well as classic game-day menu staples, healthy alternatives, a children’s menu, and many other unique offerings for lunch & dinnerBanners boasts the biggest in-restaurant LED TV screen on the East Coast, Blades & Boards VIP dining room, and Banners Kitchen & Tap Topgolf Swing Suite.
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7. Trattoria Il Panino
4.5
Awesome(6522)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North End
Booked 152 times today
Trattoria Il Panino is the kind of place that one would expect to find along the Amalfi Coast. It is a warm, friendly, unpretentious and a food-focused environment. From the casual and positive energy of the atmosphere and waitstaff, to the serious and professional energy of the kitchen, the frontand back of the house form a desirable marriage. The entrance on 260 Hanover street has a full liquor license.
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8. Wusong Road
4.7
Exceptional(648)
Price: Expensive
• Polynesian • Cambridge
Booked 83 times today
Wusong Tiki Bar is Cambridge's local tropical Bar serving Chinese American bar bites and tropical Tiki inspired drinks by Chef Jason Doo. Famous for our hand-made baos, crab Rangoons and the best Mai Tai in Boston. Please note if there are no tables available our ground floor bar and 2nd floor bar are available for guests without bookings--subject to availability and during peak hours there may be a queue.All reservations are for a 90-minute experience, and we kindly ask that you respect the guests who follow.Wusong Road is a minority and LGBTQ owned business.
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9. Eastern Standard
4.6
Exceptional(825)
Price: Expensive
• American • Fenway–Kenmore
Booked 73 times today
Originally opened in 2005, Garrett Harker’s flagship restaurant has reopened its doors just up Beacon St. only three blocks from its original location. Eastern Standard continues to offer seasonally focused New England interpretations of classic brasserie fare, including raw bar and charcuterie, nostalgic favorites like steak tartare, baked rigatoni, steak frites, and butterscotch bread pudding, and some new soon-to-be-instant-classic dishes. Cocktail legend Jackson Cannon has crafted a beverage menu that features an array of craft cocktails both new and classic, a curated selection of wines, and craft beers from near and far.Please contact events@eshospitality.com to inquire about hosting your private event or large party reservation.
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10. Batifol
4.5
Awesome(627)
Price: Expensive
• French • Cambridge
Booked 59 times today
Located in the heart of Kendal Square, Batifol serves classic French dishes with local, modern touches. Come by for a drink and a bite after work, or make us the destination of your next big night out.

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